YHA Ilam Hall Ashbourne

YHA Ilam Hall is a magnificent and welcoming hostel situated in the 17th-century gothic manor, Ilam Hall, in the Peak District, England. The hostel offers a variety of accommodation options, including private rooms and shared dormitories, making it a fantastic choice for solo travellers, families, and groups. With a self-catering kitchen, a comfortable lounge, and a licensed bar, YHA Ilam Hall provides a historic and unique base for those wishing to explore the stunning surroundings of the Peak District.

Ilam Hall's spectacular location in the Manifold Valley offers guests easy access to a wealth of outdoor activities and attractions. The immediate area, with its rolling hills, rivers, and limestone dales, is ideal for walking, cycling, and horse riding. The hostel is also located near Dovedale, a renowned beauty spot famous for its limestone ravines, dramatic cliffs, and the iconic stepping stones crossing the River Dove. The nearby market town of Ashbourne, often referred to as the 'Gateway to the Peak District', offers local shops, markets, and traditional pubs. Other local attractions include the historic Chatsworth House, the thrill of Alton Towers theme park, and the intriguing depths of the Peak District's many caves, such as the Blue John Cavern and the Speedwell Cavern. With its historic charm and prime location, YHA Ilam Hall offers an ideal base for a memorable Peak District adventure.

Small Towns & vllages Nearby Direct Line of Sight Distance

Facilities at the YHA Hostel
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Meals Available
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV
Children Welcome
Open All Year
WiFi - Internet Access
Disabled Facilities
Conference Space

Whats near this YHA Hostel ?
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s

International Airports

East Midlands Airport Castle Donington Leicestershire DE74 2SA 25.2 miles

Manchester Airport Ringway Greater Manchester M90 1QX 28.8 miles

Local Airports

Derby Airfield Derby Derbyshire DE65 6GU 15.6 miles

Tatenhill Airfield Tatenhill Staffordshire DE13 9PD 16.5 miles

Motorways

M6 Junction 15 Stoke-on-Trent 18.3 miles

M1 Junction 28 Mansfield 20.3 miles

M6 Junction 14 Stafford 21.1 miles

Railway Stations

Uttoxeter station code = UTT ST14 8AX 11.0 miles

Matlock Bath station code = MTB DE4 3NT 11.3 miles

Ferry Ports

Liverpool Pier Head sailing to -> Douglas Isle of Man Address: Liverpool Merseyside L3 1DP 55.0 miles

Liverpool Pier Head sailing to -> Seacombe Ferry Terminal, Woodside Terminal Address: Liverpool Merseyside L3 1DP 55.0 miles

Ilam Park - DE6 2AZ
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A great park for walkers and families with italian gardens, a National Trust property and Georgian Stately which is now offers YHA accommodation.

0.1m / 0.2km - - 2min

St Oswalds Church - DE6 1AN
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a Grade I listed building with a 212 foot high spire built around 1241 on the site of a much older saxon period buuilding

3.8m / 6.1km - - 57min

Dovedale National Nature Reserve - DE6 2AZ
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SK 13356 50857
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A scenic valley in the Peak Distric with the River Dove flowing though,sometimes called the Dovedale Ravine because of the steep sided Limestone valley walls. There are good footpaths and very popular with walkers a must see beauty spot if your into nature and natural coutryside.

0.2m / 0.3km - - 3min

Ashbourne Golf Club - DE6 1NB
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SK 18046 45041
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The oldest private members' club in Derbyshire founded in 1886 and also open to visitors. This is an 18 hole course with dood views over surrounding countryside and the Peak District. There is a practice area with 4 Driving range bays

4.6m / 7.4km -

Reynards Cave - DE6 1NL
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SK 14551 52564
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Located in the Dovedale Valley above the river, high on the valley side, a small cave open at both ends to form an arch, a popular tourist attraction and natural feature

1.5m / 2.4km - - 22min

Peak Wildlife Park - ST13 7QR
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SK 05213 51531
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With animals and keeper led talks, animal encounters and a children's play area and an onsite cafe for light bites and refreshments

4.9m / 7.9km -

Tissington Hall - DE6 1RA
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SK 17470 52352
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A 17th-century Jacobean mansion , Grade II listed building open to the public for limited times of the year and for guided tours. this is also a wedding venue and holiday let destination

2.9m / 4.7km - - 43min

Ecton Hill - DE6 2AH
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SK 09981 58002
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A Hill in the Peak District near the Manifold Way and both the Manifold and Dove Valleys. There is a trigonometry point at the highest point and views of both valleys

Elevation = 369 Meters / 1210.6 Feet
5m / 8km -

Thors Cave - DE6 2AF
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SK 09817 55121
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A natural cavern located in the Manifold Valley next to the River Manifold. and 260 feet above the valley bottom. Thor's Cave is a natural feature open at both ends with an arched roof

3.5m / 5.6km - - 52min

Manifold And Hamps Trail - SK17 0EZ
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SK 10371 59319
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A former narrow gauge railway now used as a level walk and cycle way with a Visitor Centre at Hulme End

5.6m / 9km -

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